Mike McBride

Mike has over 13 years of experience in event project management, planning, production, and consulting. He is known for his track record of delivering five-star customer service and a truly memorable corporate event experience. He excels at building long-standing client relationships through his ability to listen intently and prioritize each customer’s unique vision. His extensive work… Read more »

Gabby Pildner

Gabrielle joined Compass Rose Events in 2024 as an Event Manager, where she quickly fell in love with the hands-on experience of bringing clients’ visions to life. Her passion for event planning and dedication to creating unforgettable experiences propelled her into the role of Project Associate. In this capacity, she meticulously focuses on the behind-the-scenes… Read more »

Andrea Lemmond

Andrea joins our team as a Project Manager, bringing with her an impressive 18-year career in college basketball coaching. Most recently, she served as the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at the University of Alabama in Huntsville for over a decade. Andrea’s dedication to sports, fitness, event planning, and hospitality has been a driving force throughout… Read more »

Randy Wilhelm

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Randy brings over a decade of experience in managing sales teams to Compass Rose. After relocating to Nashville in 2015 for a career change and to immerse himself in the vibrant music scene, he found a perfect blend of professional growth and personal passion. A devoted father to… Read more »

Hilary Lorrain

Hilary is an accomplished event‑planning and sales leader with more than nineteen years of experience coordinating and managing high‑impact events for clients across diverse industries. A perfectionist at heart, she is known for her unwavering commitment to excellence and her ability to deliver exceptional customer service at every touchpoint. Hilary joined Compass Rose in a… Read more »

Brett Ernst

Brett is a Regional Director with nearly twenty years of experience in the corporate event planning and production industry, including more than a decade with Compass Rose Events. Since joining Compass Rose Events in 2014, he has played a key role in building long-term client partnerships while designing and executing large-scale, high-impact events across the… Read more »

Alexandra Farmer

Alexandra joined the CRE team in 2012 as a Project Manager Trainee, concurrently serving as an Event Manager across a wide range of live events. She currently serves as Regional Director, where she partners closely with her sales team to drive performance, develop talent, and deliver exceptional client outcomes. Alexandra is deeply committed to mentoring… Read more »

Stephanie Brooks

Stephanie began her career with Compass Rose Events in 2013 as an intern, gaining hands-on experience across multiple roles and growing alongside the company. Her strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and ability to bridge sales and operations led her to the Project Associate Coordinator role where she oversees and manages the team of… Read more »